It might sound like a Dostoevsky-baiting slice of interactive digital drama, but Sin & Punishment eschews any kind of meaningful narrative to provide level after level of spectacular on-rails shooting. It's a game that feels old-fashioned in the best possible way, harking back to an era of classic, high-score-based arcade experiences.

A direct sequel to the still-superb N64 original – available on the Wii's Virtual Console service – Successor to the Skies benefits hugely from the Wii remote's pointer capabilities, with much simpler targeting of enemies. Accordingly, developer Treasure ratchets up the number of onscreen foes to increase the challenge, filling the screen with lasers, bullets and missiles. There's more room to manoeuvre this time, but only players who stay grounded rather than taking to the air will be rewarded for their daring with the biggest scores.

There's a staggering scale to the frequent boss encounters, while the level of visual detail and imagination make this easily one of the best-looking Wii games around. A marvellous showcase for a console often underrated by the hardcore gamer, and a star successor in every sense.